Water Waste Report Form

Thank you for notifying OMWD of a specific incident that violates current water use prohibitions. The information you provide in this form allows us to effectively enforce state prohibitions to conserve California’s most precious resource. Please fill the form out as accurately and specifically as possible.

Anonymous reports are not accepted. Although OMWD does not share this information as part of a waste investigation, any information you provide may be subject to public disclosure as required by law.

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Address*

Street Address

(Example: 1966 Olivenhain Road)

Please select the water use prohibition you observed and provide details in the comment box.

These prohibitions apply to potable water, and not to recycled water systems.*

I observed the washing down of non-permeable surfaces.

I observed water waste from inefficient irrigation.

I observed use of a hand-held hose to wash a vehicle that did not have a shut-off nozzle.

I observed irrigation during or within 48 hours of measurable rainfall.

I observed the use of potable water in a fountain or other decorative water feature where the water is not part of a recirculating system.

I observed the use of potable water outside of a newly constructed home or building that was not delivered by a drip or micro-spray system.

I observed the use of potable water to irrigate ornamental turf on a public street median.

I observed a restaurant or food service establishment serving and refilling water without a request.

Comment:

On what specific date did you observe the water use prohibition?*

MonthDayYear

At what time did you observe the water waste?*

AM/PM

:HH

MM

What is the street address where water waste was observed?

If the exact address is unknown, what is the street name and nearest cross street, intersection, business name, homeowners association, or other detailed information that can be used to identify the responsible party?

Are there any landmarks or reference points that would be helpful to locate the water waste on a site visit?

(Example: Broken sprinkler head is two feet west of fire hydrant.)

Please upload any photos taken below as evidence of the violation. Be sure the street number and other identifying markers are visible in at least one photo.

In the event that a national holiday falls on a Saturday, the previous Friday shall be considered a holiday. If a national holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday shall be considered a holiday.